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OFF Road Expo

TMW - 9-21-2008 at 08:44 AM

Oct. 3-5 Off-Road EXPO - Pomona, CA

David K - 9-21-2008 at 09:40 AM

See you there! Surfer Jim, Neal Johns, John M, BajaLou & Squarecircle too, I hope (for tradition)!

Last Year's Photos: http://forums.bajanomad.com/viewthread.php?tid=27265

[Edited on 9-21-2008 by David K]

Neal Johns - 9-21-2008 at 01:56 PM

I hope to be there, pick a place/time, DK.
But not the 2nd, cause the current wife is being dumped at LAX (Russia this time), and not the 3rd.cause the Mad Dentist is going to cut on me.

Pick at date, time & place

John M - 9-21-2008 at 04:23 PM

My wife is already in Russia - hope Marian shows up!

I meant she's already into the Russian Vodka! Kinda early in the day but who is keeping track.

John M

bajalou - 9-21-2008 at 07:02 PM

Too far to make it this year - really wish I could

David K - 9-21-2008 at 07:09 PM

Sunday, like last year?

OK Sunday is ok

John M - 9-21-2008 at 07:47 PM

Ok with me. John M

Neal Johns - 9-23-2008 at 11:22 AM

Sunday is OK with Neal Johns. Where?

surfer jim - 9-23-2008 at 10:10 PM

Usually try to go saturday....but sunday may work also.....

David K - 9-24-2008 at 07:58 AM

Here are the photos I took at the 2006 Off Road Expo (2007 link was posted above): http://forums.bajanomad.com/viewthread.php?tid=19902

Ken Cooke - 9-29-2008 at 07:21 PM

You guys gonna buy anything at the 'Expo??? If I go, I'll look for DVDs & t-shirts...no se...

David K - 9-30-2008 at 10:12 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by Ken Cooke
You guys gonna buy anything at the 'Expo??? If I go, I'll look for DVDs & t-shirts...no se...


Ken, last year I got the DVD 'Baja Flo 3' and it came with a tee shirt!

SCORE has the Baja 1000 planned course on display along with SCORE shirts, etc.

The part you will like:

Expo-07 045r.JPG - 33kB

bajaguy - 9-30-2008 at 11:14 AM

Hey, all 'ya all....if you go, I would appreciate info on anybody doing lifts or lift kits for a 1986 Subaru Brat......OK, I know all about it, so no need for any flaming posts.....:lol:

David K - 9-30-2008 at 03:15 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by bajaguy
Hey, all 'ya all....if you go, I would appreciate info on anybody doing lifts or lift kits for a 1986 Subaru Brat......OK, I know all about it, so no need for any flaming posts.....:lol:


You mean to lift it more than the factory provided height adjustment? Not sure when the stopped offering that, but it seems to me my '87 4WD Subaru wagon had front and rear height adjustment.

Really bummed that Subaru ended the 4WD line and went to AWD, no low range, etc.

Best to do a Google search... but I will look for you!

Newsletter in today's email...

David K - 9-30-2008 at 03:16 PM

OFF-ROAD EXPO ROLLS INTO POMONA THIS WEEKEND
Excitement is in the air as the Off-Road Expo gears up for the biggest off-road weekend of the year. The Toyota Trail Teams are busy creating the fun and challenging Ride-N-Drive course on the race track infield, and W.E.ROCK is moving literally tons of boulders and dirt to create the rock crawling demonstration area. Booths are going up, carpet is going down, and over 300+ exhibitors will move in over the next two days. Each one will be displaying all the latest and greatest parts, tools, and gear - THOUSANDS of parts and accessories will be on display at unbelievable show discounts!

In addition to amazing show savings, there will be exciting live-action entertainment including the world debut of Side X Side Super Jam Drifting; Toyota's Ride-N-Drive, W.E.ROCK Rock Crawling Demonstrations; Freestyle Motocross Action; the
Off-Road.com Girls Photo Shoot; a Kids Zone; and the Dirt Alliance Dirt Lifestyle Showcase featuring 10 live bands, models, dozens of vehicles, and a grafitti wall painted live during show hours. PLUS, every attendee can enter to win the
BF Goodrich $5000 shopping spree at 4 Wheel Parts.

New for 2008
Due to popular demand, we've added a 3rd action-packed day to the 9th Annual Off-Road Expo presented by Toyota. Start your weekend early and come join us Friday for all the excitement.

Friday, October 3
2pm - 8pm


Saturday, October 4
9am - 6pm

Sunday, October 5
9am - 5pm

bajaguy - 9-30-2008 at 05:11 PM

DK....already looked....there are places in Australia that do lifts (looking for a 2" or 3" body lift kit).........a bit far for me to drive. Looking for someone local, so/cal that might have lift kits.......I can do the install here at home ...... thanks

David K - 9-30-2008 at 05:35 PM

Are you trying to put bigger tires than the 13" ? You get into gear-ratio/ power issues if so.

I have gotten a Subaru Brat and my wagon all the way into Matomi Canyon back in '78 and Mexray got his in there in 2001... all on 13" tires...


About 4 miles from the oasis:




A little further:




There was some 'mods' done... Mike Humfreville was riding with Mexray in the Brat... To help with ground clearance, Mike moved to the bed of my truck, where I set up my camping chair for him to sit in, facing back. In this photo taken by elgatoloco, You can see Mike's head above the cab of my Tacoma... following my truck into the Matomi Narrows is Mexray in the Brat:



Photo by Amo Pescar of the Brat entering the Matomi Narrows:

bajaguy - 9-30-2008 at 05:44 PM

looking to put on 15x6 wheels.........check out this link:

http://scorpionsubaru.com/photos.htm

David K - 10-1-2008 at 09:11 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by bajaguy
looking to put on 15x6 wheels.........check out this link:

http://scorpionsubaru.com/photos.htm


Hmmm... well, they are in Oz (Australia) and it looks good... I see mostly 14" tires (tyres) mentioned... Are you prepaired for the transmission work involved. Having all that ground clearance but no power to roll the tires may be an issue? If there are any Subaru mechanics in your area, I would definetly chat with them about all this... Keep getting details.

bajaguy - 10-1-2008 at 09:15 AM

14 or 15 will do.....just trying to get over the topes and through the potholes in Ensenada

Expo on Sunday

John M - 10-1-2008 at 09:48 AM

Where do we meet, and at what time?

John M

David K - 10-1-2008 at 06:14 PM

John, Neal, Roy, Jim, etc. How about the same as last year... the food/ beer courts between the two buildings... around noon?

I have your phone numbers (John, Jim) ... do you all still have my cell #? u2u if needed...

Newsletter 10-3-08

David K - 10-3-2008 at 05:17 PM

OFF-ROAD EXPO OPENS WITH A BANG!

You've seen us in print and on the web, you've heard us on the radio, and this morning, we even invaded your TV! Yes, that was LIVE coverage you saw this morning on KTLA, KCAL and KABC!

Off-Road Expo is the biggest news in town this weekend, with three full days of high octane off-road adrenaline - showcasing all the latest toys, technologies, gear and accessories from the industry’s leading companies. Come check out the hundreds of NEW products making their debut along with thousands of great parts and accessories ON SALE at unbeatable show discounts.

In addition to the amazing show savings, we've got tons of live-action entertainment:

The world debut of Side X Side Super Jam Drifting
Toyota's Ride-N-Drive
W.E.ROCK Rock Crawling Demonstrations
Freestyle Motocross Action
The Off-Road.com Girls Photo Shoot
and the Dirt Alliance Dirt Lifestyle Showcase featuring 10 live bands, models, dozens of vehicles, and a grafitti wall painted live during show hours.
PLUS every attendee can enter to win the BF Goodrich $5000 Shopping Spree at 4 Wheel Parts.

FAST FACTS

WHERE: Off-Road Expo presented by Toyota will take place all weekend at the Fairplex in Pomona: 1101 W. McKinley Avenue, Pomona, CA 91768. Click here for a map and directions.

WHEN:

Friday, October 3
2pm - 8pm
Saturday, October 4
9am - 6pm Sunday, October 5
9am - 5pm

ADMISSION:
Adult tickets are just $12, Kids 6-12 are $5, and kids 5 and under are FREE

Ken Cooke - 10-3-2008 at 07:40 PM

It looks like fun, but I'm broke this month...Have fun. I'm looking forward to hearing about your good times at this convention.

TMW - 10-4-2008 at 09:33 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by Ken Cooke
It looks like fun, but I'm broke this month...Have fun. I'm looking forward to hearing about your good times at this convention.


You promised to buy the beer.

David K - 10-4-2008 at 11:19 AM

Ken, please come by amigo! $2 off if you get the tickets online! Maybe use some Colombian coffee to barter with?

The rest of you, see you at the usual place about noon!

Ken Cooke - 10-4-2008 at 09:54 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by TW
Quote:
Originally posted by Ken Cooke
It looks like fun, but I'm broke this month...Have fun. I'm looking forward to hearing about your good times at this convention.


You promised to buy the beer.


Too funny! Definitely next year. The Baja Grande 2008 t-shirt order is going to set me back. I need $$ for inventory...


David K - 10-5-2008 at 08:34 AM

Ken, if you have been to a recent Expo... You would have no problem parting with twenty bucks for parking and admission... or catching a ride with another... There is just so much to see and take in... It is totally up your alley... way more than mine! Jeeps and Toyotas are probably the two most well represnted brands there for after market equipment. It is several buildings full of vehicles and off road hardware... and it is in your back yard!

TW drives down from Bakersfield and Squarecircle drives up from El Cajon... because it is really that good!

I will take photos to share as before, but I can't begin to do it justice...

Baja Angel and I are leaving in about an hour or so... Have a great Sunday, everyone!

BAJACAT - 10-5-2008 at 12:33 PM

BAJA GRANDE 2008 WHEN? AND WHERE?

Ken Cooke - 10-5-2008 at 08:35 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by BAJACAT
BAJA GRANDE 2008 WHEN? AND WHERE?

November 22-29, 2008

Day 1 - Drive to San Felipe, rest.
Day 2 - Drive to Gonzaga Bay, rest.
Day 3 - Drive to LA Bay, rest.
Day 4 - Drive to San Francisquito, rest.
Day 5 - Drive to Guerrero Negro, then, Cataviña, then, Mission Santa Maria, rest.
Day 6 - REST
Day 7 - Drive to El Rosario, rest.
Day 8 - Go home...

David K - 10-5-2008 at 08:50 PM

2008 OFF ROAD EXPO PHOTOS... coming soon!

We had a great time... saw many cool things... visited with Neal Johns, The squarecircle & Blanche, John M, and TW... Surfer Jim called me to say he came yesterday to see the show.

Photos, soon...

surfer jim - 10-6-2008 at 04:27 PM

Thought the show was "OK"......really didn't see anything that wasn't there last year....except for all the jeep stuff.....

Thought there was less buggies and prerunners.....lots more jeep suspension exhibits.......went Saturday and thought a lot less people around (maybe it was the weather?)

TMW - 10-6-2008 at 05:14 PM

I didn't think the crowds were as big Sunday as previous years either, maybe the economy or maybe it was spread around thru more buildings. There were lots of Jeeps and not as many Toyota FJ setups as last year. But there seem to be more Toyota Tundra trucks on display with a wide array of setup kits. I had a good time looking and meeting Nomads. Walker Evens was at his booth signing autographs and Sal Fish was doing the same across from the BFG booth.

BAJACAT - 10-6-2008 at 07:19 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by Ken Cooke
Quote:
Originally posted by BAJACAT
BAJA GRANDE 2008 WHEN? AND WHERE?

November 22-29, 2008

Day 1 - Drive to San Felipe, rest.
Day 2 - Drive to Gonzaga Bay, rest.
Day 3 - Drive to LA Bay, rest.
Day 4 - Drive to San Francisquito, rest.
Day 5 - Drive to Guerrero Negro, then, Cataviña, then, Mission Santa Maria, rest.
Day 6 - REST
Day 7 - Drive to El Rosario, rest.
Day 8 - Go home...
Thanks Ken I will see I can make it this year, about Santa Maria I don't think My truck will make it..

Ken Cooke - 10-6-2008 at 07:48 PM

Not sure if this trail is full-size friendly. It will be tight, but with 35" tires and 4WD, we can definitely make a try at it (on Mission Impossible). The Mission Impossible trail is the only section that will be of real challenging stuff.

BAJACAT - 10-6-2008 at 07:53 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by Ken Cooke
Not sure if this trail is full-size friendly. It will be tight, but with 35" tires and 4WD, we can definitely make a try at it (on Mission Impossible). The Mission Impossible trail is the only section that will be of real challenging stuff.
Will se what happens, right now my funds are a little low too,construction is pretty bad right now,I have the time but don;t have the $$$$, but if I don't go can I still buy a shirt:bounce:

Ken Cooke - 10-6-2008 at 07:58 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by BAJACAT
Quote:
Originally posted by Ken Cooke
Not sure if this trail is full-size friendly. It will be tight, but with 35" tires and 4WD, we can definitely make a try at it (on Mission Impossible). The Mission Impossible trail is the only section that will be of real challenging stuff.
Will se what happens, right now my funds are a little low too,construction is pretty bad right now,I have the time but don;t have the $$$$, but if I don't go can I still buy a shirt:bounce:


T-shirts and Hoodies go on sale in early November. I'll take pre-orders once the order goes out. The designer and I are working on the final artwork as we speak. Its gonna be good!!

Victor Chacon - Graphic Designer, Baja Traveler
[TW's pickup in the background]

BAJACAT - 10-6-2008 at 08:06 PM

Sounds good I want 1 xL and 1 L

Ken Cooke - 10-6-2008 at 09:33 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by BAJACAT
Sounds good I want 1 xL and 1 L


Wow! My first order! :bounce:

David K - 10-6-2008 at 10:58 PM

Hi Ken,

The photos are coming... but since you are semi hijacking TW's thread to talk about Baja Grande '08... Let me remind you, the The 2008 BAJA 1000 is running on the day you are taking the gang to San Felipe:
Day 1 (Nov. 22) - Drive to San Felipe, rest.
Day 2 (Nov. 23) - Drive to Gonzaga Bay, rest.

The race begins Nov. 21 and runs for 31 hours from when each racer starts (6+ am to Noon+pm) and runs well into the 22nd. Crowds will be thick in San Felipe as the race does go through town this year... See TW's Baja 1000 thread for the map of the course or print it off Score-International's site. Just FYI!;D

TMW - 10-7-2008 at 07:35 AM

If you look close at the Jeep pictures above there is a great looking white Toyota following behind in case the Jeeps get into trouble.

PHOTOS!

David K - 10-7-2008 at 09:29 AM

I took about 90 photos at the Expo and at the Hot Rod museum located in the Pomona Fairplex... Mickey Thompson's 4 engine Challenger and The Famous Hudson Hornet (recent star in the Pixar movie 'Cars') are included... I have about 34 to share, starting with the Baja Nomads who met up for some laughs: TW, Neal Johns, The squarecircle (Roy & Blanche), John M, Baja Angel...




TW


Neal Johns & Roy(Squarecircle)










When quad tires just aren't enough!

[Edited on 10-7-2008 by David K]

More...

David K - 10-7-2008 at 09:33 AM



















and more...

David K - 10-7-2008 at 09:36 AM















The final set...

David K - 10-7-2008 at 09:44 AM





















Was another fun day that started with Baja Nomads ...

The show did have less than last year's... but still plenty to see. We go to see the off road prep vehicles, camping equipment, videos for sale, shirts, off road racers... and we still didn't see everything offered!

tripledigitken - 10-7-2008 at 10:04 AM

David,

Thanks for posting the photos. I couldn't help but notice a lot of Lowrance GPS units. Did anyone ask what mapping programs they use in Baja with those?

Ken

David K - 10-7-2008 at 10:09 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by tripledigitken
David,

Thanks for posting the photos. I couldn't help but notice a lot of Lowrance GPS units. Did anyone ask what mapping programs they use in Baja with those?

Ken


De nada Ken,

The Lowrance BIG SCREEN GPS is pretty much in all the of road racers when I looked at them... I don't know the program, but perhaps through the SCORE web site or another Nomad it could be found?

Generally it is just the race course directions and hazzards displayed, I believe... Not the details of a topo map like the Baja Expeditioner that can be downloaded into a Nuvi or eTrex Legend.

Desertbull - 10-7-2008 at 11:24 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by David K
Quote:
Originally posted by tripledigitken
David,

Thanks for posting the photos. I couldn't help but notice a lot of Lowrance GPS units. Did anyone ask what mapping programs they use in Baja with those?

Ken


De nada Ken,

The Lowrance BIG SCREEN GPS is pretty much in all the of road racers when I looked at them... I don't know the program, but perhaps through the SCORE web site or another Nomad it could be found?

Generally it is just the race course directions and hazzards displayed, I believe... Not the details of a topo map like the Baja Expeditioner that can be downloaded into a Nuvi or eTrex Legend.


Ken you can purchase a detailed topo map for the Lowrance GPS systems from PCI. It includes the entire peninsula, all towns, and much more...

or you can run OziXplorer software from the GPS to a laptop and live track in that method as well. OZI Xplorer utilizes high-resolution map files of the entire peninsula...

we've been using these two systems in the lowrance for about 4 years...works well:biggrin:

tripledigitken - 10-7-2008 at 02:32 PM

Is the PCI software only for Lowrance or will it run on Garmin products?

Is that software the reason you and others use the Lowrance units?

Thanks for the info.

Ken

Neal Johns - 10-7-2008 at 02:41 PM

The software made by Bicimapas is made for either Garmin or Lowrance (topo maps). Bring money. Great maps, though.
http://www.bicimapas.com.mx/Mexico_Atlas_GPS_Low_En.htm

tripledigitken - 10-7-2008 at 02:58 PM

Neal,

Are you saying that Desert Bull was referring to Bicimaps not PCI?

Wanted to investigate what the pros' are using. I have LB for my Garmin and it is OK. Not up to the Garmin Software though IMO.

Thanks,

Ken

BAJACAT - 10-7-2008 at 07:22 PM

I like the BAJA map on the trucks, thanks DK for the pix,Roy sure looks different with out the bear...

Ken Cooke - 10-7-2008 at 07:51 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by David K
Hi Ken,

The photos are coming... but since you are semi hijacking TW's thread to talk about Baja Grande '08... Let me remind you, the The 2008 BAJA 1000 is running on the day you are taking the gang to San Felipe:
Day 1 (Nov. 22) - Drive to San Felipe, rest.
Day 2 (Nov. 23) - Drive to Gonzaga Bay, rest.

The race begins Nov. 21 and runs for 31 hours from when each racer starts (6+ am to Noon+pm) and runs well into the 22nd. Crowds will be thick in San Felipe as the race does go through town this year... See TW's Baja 1000 thread for the map of the course or print it off Score-International's site. Just FYI!;D


I'm not worried. Our Jeeps drive so slowly, that by the time we reach our destination and bed down for the night, all of the excitement and people will have passed. If the place is crowded, we can camp in the hills. We're fully equipped so no worries one bit. Nah.

Neal Johns - 10-7-2008 at 08:41 PM

tripledigitken, no, I was just letting you know where you could get some Mexico/Baja maps for a Lowrance GPS. I know nothing about what software the racers use.

I like the Lowrance unit, buy me one???:lol::lol::lol:

David K - 10-7-2008 at 10:57 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by Ken Cooke
Quote:
Originally posted by David K
Hi Ken,

The photos are coming... but since you are semi hijacking TW's thread to talk about Baja Grande '08... Let me remind you, the The 2008 BAJA 1000 is running on the day you are taking the gang to San Felipe:
Day 1 (Nov. 22) - Drive to San Felipe, rest.
Day 2 (Nov. 23) - Drive to Gonzaga Bay, rest.

The race begins Nov. 21 and runs for 31 hours from when each racer starts (6+ am to Noon+pm) and runs well into the 22nd. Crowds will be thick in San Felipe as the race does go through town this year... See TW's Baja 1000 thread for the map of the course or print it off Score-International's site. Just FYI!;D


I'm not worried. Our Jeeps drive so slowly, that by the time we reach our destination and bed down for the night, all of the excitement and people will have passed. If the place is crowded, we can camp in the hills. We're fully equipped so no worries one bit. Nah.


25 miles south of San Felipe at Km. 32 is Campo/ Rancho NUEVO MAZATLAN... Tell Javier you are a Baja amigo and ask for a group rate as you all are together... Photos: http://vivabaja.com/nm and http://vivabaja.com/204 and http://vivabaja.com/806






[Edited on 10-8-2008 by David K]

Ken Cooke - 10-12-2008 at 01:52 PM

David: Does Nuevo Mazatlan have showers?

David K - 10-12-2008 at 03:06 PM

Yes, but they are not heated...